GRE Word List

SINECURE

an office or position that requires little or no work and that usually provides an income

The meaning of the word sinecure is an office or position that requires little or no work and that usually provides an income.

Random words

WordMeaning
subsidiaryfurnishing aid or support : auxiliary
attenuateto lessen the amount, force, magnitude, or value of : weaken
qualifiedfitted (as by training or experience) for a given purpose : competent
tribulationdistress or suffering resulting from oppression or persecution
slywise in practical affairs
composurea calmness or repose especially of mind, bearing, or appearance : self-possession
explicateto give a detailed explanation of
allayto subdue or reduce in intensity or severity : alleviate
homagea feudal ceremony by which a man acknowledges himself the vassal of a lord
slewa large number